Why Proactiv is The Superior Anti-Acne Product

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There are so many anti-acne products sprouting in the market: from the usual topical creams up to oral medicines that claim they can solve your acne problems. A lot of these products are too harsh to be used on a daily basis, while others aren't even effective. Some, unfortunately, could have some side effects. Now let me give the advantages of using Proactiv for your acne problems and why the benzoyl peroxide in Proactiv is superior to other anti-acne treatments.

When it comes to preventing acne breakouts and blemishes, the Proactiv Solution 3-Step System is the right choice. As the leading pimple-fighter, Proactiv treats acne safely and effectively by attacking it at the source where a build-up of dead skin cells and bacteria clogs your pores.

Reveal your beautiful acne-free skin by using Proactiv Solution 3-Step System!

If you're like me (I have sensitive skin! I just found that out recently), you're in luck. Proactiv is mild enough to use every day. It gently cleans and unplugs your pores and kill acne causing bacteria. The combination of medicines penetrates deep into your skin to destroy the bacteria and help reduce inflammation and heals the lesion. Your skin clears without the drying, peeling or chemical smell you may find in other products.

The Proactiv Renewing Cleanser (Step 1) and Repairing Treatment (Step 3) contain finely-milled,
prescription-grade benzoyl peroxide with soothing botanicals. Together these ingredients
gently exfoliate your skin, unplug your pores and attack acne-causing bacteria. The Revitalizing
Toner helps remove excess oils and dead skin cells to prevent future breakouts, and the Refining
Mask helps reduce inflammation. When used together regularly, Proactiv not only eradicates
pimples but also importantly prevent future breakouts. 

Benzoyl peroxide is a powerful ingredient that is effective against all kinds of acne (blackheads, whiteheads, and big red pimples). It is bactericidal, meaning it kills bacteria, rather than simply slowing down their growth. It also works very quickly improving acne as early as five days after starting treatment. It’s a great first line treatment but it’s also helpful to use in combination with
antibiotics for severe cases. It may cause drying, peeling or redness if not delivered in the right
amount (too strong concentrations) or surrounded by the right mix of ingredients. Proactiv’s 2.5%
benzoyl peroxide concentration is mild, yet powerful enough to kill acne causing bacteria. It is finely
milled, with proprietary advanced microcrystals that delivers the medicine without irritating the skin.
This benzoyl peroxide technology is unique to Proactiv.

And to provide you with a stronger arsenal to fight acne, Proactiv released a Limited Edition
60-Day Bundle Pack with upsized Refining Mask (2.5oz instead of the regular 1oz) and FREE 50ml Proactiv Advanced Daily Oil Control. These are exclusively available at Watsons and SM
Department stores nationwide.

How To Treat Acne: Benzoyl Peroxide

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Lots and lots of anti-acne products are available in the market. Some come in the usual topical form, in a complete skin range and some one should take orally. But what is the best way to treat acne?

Let me tell you how benzoyl peroxide is superior to any medications for acne treatment.

Nowadays, a lot of medications are sprouting out claiming that they can treat acne. But can they really treat acne? For years now, the gold standard of treating mild to moderate acne is the benzoyl peroxide. This is because it is a topical antimicrobial medicine, an oxidizing agent that specifically kills P. acnes, the bacteria that cause acne breakouts. To a lesser extent, it also helps to unblock pores and has an anti-inflammatory effect. BPO is not an antibiotic, and in 50 years of use, there has never been a documented case of BPO bacterial resistance; it is the cornerstone of prescription and over-the-counter acne therapy.

And Proactiv Solution knows that. 

That’s why Proactiv Solution has Micro-crystals (micro-crystal medicine) benzoyl peroxide!

The exclusive form of benzoyl peroxide (BPO) found in the Proactiv 3-Step System’s Renewing Cleanser (Step 1) and Repairing Treatment (Step 3). A crystalline BPO that is finely milled in order to achieve the pore penetration required to control the acne cycle. The Proactiv micro-crystal BPO features exceptionally small and uniform particles—designed specifically to penetrate pores faster and to be gentler on the skin.

OTHER WAYS TO TREAT ACNE

PROACTIV SOLUTION VS SOAP 

While it may seem counter-intuitive, harsh scrubbing does not unclog your pores any better than gentle cleansing, and may actually worsen your acne. Cleansing and scrubbing only reduce surface oils and dead skin cells. Many people use harsh products, laden with alcohol and foamy surfactants (detergents) somehow wash the acne off their skin. However, these actions often produce irritation and worsen acne. It is possible to gently unplug pores with fine polyethylene beads that gently relieve impacted pores without irritation. 

Proactiv Solution does not contain any surfactants that can harsh the skin. 

Proactiv® Renewing Cleanser is formulated without the harsh detergents, known as surfactants, found in many other cleansers. I personally use their Deep Cleansing Wash. Surfactants, which are responsible for a sudsy foam and lather, strip skin of its essential oils. As a result, the skin’s barrier becomes damaged and vulnerable to irritation and infection.

PROACTIV SOLUTION VS SALICYLIC ACID

Salicylic acid in a cleanser breaks through the plug but does not kill the P. acnes bacteria, the bacteria that cause acne breakouts.

Acne is caused by a variety of factors that take place below the surface of the skin. That’s why it’s best to gently wash with a medicated cleanser with proven ingredients, like benzoyl peroxide, or sulfur, that can penetrate the skin to help unclog pores, kill bacteria and/or reduce inflammation.

PROACTIV SOLUTION VS. ORAL DRUGS

When acne is severe, dermatologists sometimes prescribe oral drugs like isotretinoin or hormonal pills. There are studies that support that these methods are extremely effective for severe cases, but because of the nature of these drugs there are side effects that make it questionable if the benefits truly outweigh the cost. For example, there were reports in 2010 linking suicidal tendencies and psychotic behaviors among acne patients on isotretinoin. Hormonal pills, which are mainly indicated as a contraceptive sometimes causes water retention, weight gain, mood swings, and in the long run, even breast cancer.

What's the good news? Proactiv Solution does not have these side effects! 

Proactiv Solution is safe and effective in treating and preventing acne. It's more effective than salicylic acid because Proactiv has benzoyl peroxide. It's also much safer than those oral drugs. So if you're still in the market for a solution for your acne problems, give Proactiv Solution a try. 

For more info about Proactiv Solution, visit http://my.proactiv.com.ph.

Proactiv Solution Deep Cleansing Wash - Review and Photos

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Proactiv Solution Deep Cleansing Wash is a cleanser with little soft beads (which makes it sort of a scrub) that's made for the face and body. I've been using it for more than a month now, and I'm really happy on how it minimized my acne problems. I used to have really huge zits on my T-zone and jawline, and now I'm almost acne free. I love how gentle and effective it is (2% salicylic acid) instead of other anti-acne cleanser which has 5-10% (extremely drying and may cause blemishes). I also love the fact that I can use it for my face and body. I sometimes get small zits on my chest and some annoying ones on my back, so this product is a must-have in my bathroom. I use this twice a day (morning and evening).

It left my skin soft, visibly less acne, less oily without drying out/irritating my skin. :)

Proactiv Solution Deep Cleansing Wash

PROS: it works in minimizing my acne problems, doesn't dry out my skin, leaves my skin soft and less oily, they have money back guarantee

CONS: it's a little expensive (but I think its worth it)


VERDICT:

  I will definitely repurchase!


Where To Buy:
Proactiv Solution Deep Cleansing Wash
PHP999 (full size 240ml), Proactiv kiosk in Trinoma
For more info please visit http://my.proactiv.com.ph

Upgrade Your Proactiv Kit and Get your Proactiv Add-on at 50% - 60% Discount!

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As much as I love everything that the man up above has bestowed upon me, I still wish my skin is a lot less oily and not prone to acne.

I'm one of those girls who weren't blessed with perfect skin. I've had my worst acne episodes when I was in my teenage years, especially when I was in college. It made me feel insecure, especially because it's more obvious with me because I'm fairer. What made things worse is my chosen college degree. I took up Communication Arts, which means looking my best is always required. We had subjects wherein I have to be in front of the camera or in front of a big crowd, which are nightmares for girls like me.

Now that I'm in my mid 20s, I still get them whenever I get my period; but thank God they're not as bad as they used to be.  But for those who are still battling acne, I have a solution for you.

Proactiv, the renowned anti-acne skin care brand, is offering a new upgrade promo which online shoppers in the Philippines can enjoy exclusively in their online shopping cart: http://my.proactiv.com.ph. 

Purchase of each Proactiv 30-day kit entitles a customer to upgrade his kit with 1 Proactiv Extension item at 50% discount. Purchase of each Proactiv 60-day kit entitles customer to upgrade his kit with 1 Proactiv Extension item at 60% discount. Promo runs until December 31, 2012.

So how can you avail of this fabulous promo?

First, you must go to the website http://my.proactiv.com.ph and log in. If this is your first online purchase with Proactiv, you must register first to have an online account to continue with the transaction. You can pay via credit card or COD (I personally prefer COD). All purchases of upgraded kits are delivered without any delivery charges. Yes dear, FREE SHIPPING! How cool is that?!

Then you must buy either a Proactiv 30 day kit or Proactiv 60 day kit to avail of the discount for any Proactiv Extension Product. On the website, you can choose to select an add-on to your Proactiv kit at a huge discount. Menu is on the lower right side of the screen. Here’s a sample screenshot:

For every purchase of Proactiv 30 Day kit, you can avail 50% discount on one (1) of  the following add-ons:

Product	SRP	50%Discount	New Price
Proactiv Green Tea Moisturizer, 30ml	Php1,099.00	Php549.50	Php549.50
Proactiv Daily Oil Control, 50 ml	Php899.00	Php449.50	Php449.50
Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, 240 ml	Php999.00	Php499.50	Php499.50
Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream, 30 ml	Php1,199.00	Php599.50	Php599.50
Proactiv Sheer Finish Compact Foundation	Php995.00	Php497.50	Php497.50
Proactiv Translucent Pressed Powder	Php995.00	Php497.50	Php497.50
Proactiv Daily Protection Sunscreen, 118 ml	Php1,099.00	Php549.50	Php549.50
Proactiv Oil Free Moisture, 50 ml	Php1,099.00	Php549.50	Php549.50
Proactiv Renewing Cleanser, 120 ml	Php1,650.00	Php825.00	Php825.00
Proactiv Revitalizing Toner, 120 ml	Php1,650.00	Php825.00	Php825.00
Proactiv Repairing Treatment, 60 ml	Php1,650.00	Php825.00	Php825.00
Proactiv Refining Mask, 1oz or 29g	Php1,150.00	Php575.00	Php575.00

For every purchase of Proactiv 60 Day kit, you can avail 60% discount on one (1) the following add-ons:

	Product		SRP		60%Discount		New Price
	Proactiv Green Tea Moisturizer, 30ml		Php1,099.00		Php659.40		Php439.60
	Proactiv Daily Oil Control, 50 ml		Php899.00		Php539.40		Php359.60
	Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash, 240 ml		Php999.00		Php599.40		Php399.60
	Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream, 30 ml		Php1,199.00		Php719.40		Php479.60
Proactiv Sheer Finish Compact Foundation		Php995.00		Php597.00		Php398.00
Proactiv Translucent Pressed Powder		Php995.00		Php597.00		Php398.00
Proactiv Daily Protection Sunscreen, 118 ml		Php1,099.00		Php659.40		Php439.60
Proactiv Oil Free Moisture, 50 ml		Php1,099.00		Php659.40		Php439.60
Proactiv Renewing Cleanser, 120 ml		Php1,650.00		Php990.00		Php660.00
Proactiv Revitalizing Toner, 120 ml		Php1,650.00		Php990.00		Php660.00
Proactiv Repairing Treatment, 60 ml		Php1,650.00		Php990.00		Php660.00
Proactiv Refining Mask, 1oz or 29g		Php1,150.00		Php690.00		Php460.00

Please take note that for every purchase of a Proactiv kit, a customer can only avail of the given discount for one (1) Proactiv product. (1 Proactiv kit = 1 Proactiv product).

Once you're done selecting and clicking your preferred add-on upgrade, a pop-up screen like this will appear. This shows the discounted price of the add-on, and the total package price of the upgraded kit.

Now you have the option to add this to your cart and finish your order. Simple and easy, right?

Proactiv is one is one of those skin care companies who's claims of effectiveness are backed up by both celebrities and ordinary people. They swear by this product which significantly changed their lives. The testimonials, especially of those celebrities, are proofs that anyone can suffer from acne - regardless of who or what you are. Acne causes insecurity, and it doesn't matter if everyone notices them on your face or not.

When you know you have them, it limits you from doing anything that you want. I should know, I've been there. 

Fortunately, now you can break free from acne by using Proactiv. The awesome part about it? 

They have an awesome promo that you can avail right now. So why won't you grab this chance, right?

Go and purchase your kit now!

For doubts and inhibitions, Proactiv has a clear skin guarantee for their beloved customers.

For more information, I suggest you visit and Like their Facebook Page.